2FA methods supported by Login.gov
Adding two-factor authentication is one of the most effective ways to protect your Login.gov account. With TOTP support, you can generate Login.gov verification codes directly in the Authenticator App.
SMS
Login.gov can send a one-time verification code to your phone via text message.
Phone call
Login.gov can call your phone and read out a verification code.
Authenticator app (TOTP)
Login.gov lets you use time-based one-time passwords, so you can generate verification codes in an authenticator app on your device — no network or SMS needed.
Security key (U2F)
Login.gov works with hardware security keys using the U2F/FIDO standard.
Hardware token
Login.gov supports a dedicated hardware token for generating codes.
Login.gov 2FA — Frequently asked questions
Does Login.gov support an authenticator app?
Yes. Login.gov supports time-based one-time passwords (TOTP), so you can add it to the Authenticator App and generate verification codes right on your device.
Which two-factor authentication methods does Login.gov support?
Login.gov currently supports: SMS, Phone call, Authenticator app (TOTP), Security key (U2F), Hardware token.
Is it free to generate Login.gov codes with the Authenticator App?
Yes. The Authenticator App is free to download, and generating Login.gov verification codes does not require an account or sign-up.
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